The Grinding : A Louisiana Story (1921)
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The Grinding: A Louisiana Story is a novel written by Clara Goodyear Boise Bush in 1921. The story is set in Louisiana and tells the tale of a young woman named Thalia who is forced to confront the harsh realities of life in the South during the early 20th century. Thalia is the daughter of a wealthy plantation owner, but her privileged upbringing does not shield her from the brutalities of racism and classism that pervade the region.As Thalia navigates her way through the complexities of Southern society, she begins to question the values and traditions that she has been raised with. She is drawn to the plight of the poor and disenfranchised, and she becomes determined to use her privilege and influence to make a difference in their lives.The Grinding: A Louisiana Story is a powerful and thought-provoking novel that examines the social and cultural dynamics of the American South in the early 20th century. It is a testament to the resilience and strength of the human spirit in the face of adversity, and it offers a compelling portrait of a young woman's journey towards self-discovery and social justice.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.
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- ISBN-13: 9781164182986
- ISBN-10: 1164182986
- Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
- Publish Date: September 2010
- Dimensions: 9 x 6 x 0.67 inches
- Shipping Weight: 0.95 pounds
- Page Count: 322
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